HMLA-269 "The Gunrunners" T-Shirt

Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 269 (HMLA-269) is a Marine Helicopter Squadron consisting of AH-1Z SuperCobra attack helicopters and UH-1Y Venom utility helicopters. The Squadron has been in service since February 22, 1971. The squadron is based at Marine Air Station New River, North Carolina. and falls under the command of Marine Aircraft Group 29 (MAG-29) and the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (2nd MAW). Engagements: Persian Gulf War, Iraq War, & Operation Enduring Freedom. The squadron has completed six deployments to Iraq since 2003 and designated Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron of Year in 2010.